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Archbishop Coakley: Encyclical urges keeping human dignity central in judging tech

Coakley spoke at a virtual panel held by Georgetown University's Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life that explored what the encyclical is asking.

Pope’s AI warnings come as Americans grapple with data center expansions

Catholic scholars echo Leo's focus on the dignity of work, the environment, and avoiding power concentration as one data center spokesperson says her work is consistent with Leo's vision.

Anti-surrogacy advocates urge UN scrutiny of Greece and Ireland

A French children's rights group has filed formal observations with the U.N. Human Rights Council ahead of November reviews of Greece and Ireland.

Elected officials recognize grassroots June celebration of ‘Fidelity Month’

Fidelity Month, a celebration of God, family, and America, has been recognized by elected officials across the country this June.

Archbishop Wester at arms control conference: ‘There is no such thing as a just nuclear war’

Archbishop John Wester reiterated papal concerns about nuclear weapons and the use of artificial intelligence in weaponry during a keynote address.

French bishops warn proposed bill threatens seal of confession

A bill introduced into France's national legislature specifically targets the seal of confession and would expand government control over state-subsidized private schools.

Parishes in Buffalo Diocese will undergo ‘rapid’ bankruptcy as part of Chapter 11 process

In an effort to bring its bankruptcy proceedings to a successful conclusion, the Diocese of Buffalo announced all its parishes will file "rapid prepackaged bankruptcy" cases.

Magnifica Humanitas seen deepening Church-tech ties, former Silicon Valley exec says

Relationships between tech companies and the Church will prompt “real dialogue as to how AI is going to affect humanity,” Father Brendan McGuire said.

Franciscan Jubilee Year invites pilgrims to walk in St. Francis of Assisi’s footsteps

Pilgrims flock to Italy as the Catholic Church marks 800 years since the death of St. Francis.

Pope Leo XIV congratulates Neocatechumenal Way on 60th anniversary

The Neocatechumenal Way is present in 138 countries, has more than 115 seminaries, and comprises some 25,000 communities, totaling over 1 million members.